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The South African
4 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
How much Orlando Pirates paid for Oswin Appollis
Orlando Pirates have made a number of signings this off-season but none bigger than the acquisition of Oswin Appollis. In fact, the Buccaneers pulled off arguably the biggest move of the window so far when they landed the Bafana Bafana star. Appollis was long linked with a move to one of the country's biggest teams, with Orlando Pirates coming up trumps in the race to sign him! READ MORE • R20 million Mamelodi Sundowns star wanted by Siwelele FC! READ MORE • Shocker: Flavio Silva's Kaizer Chiefs salary revealed! Oswin Appollis has been a star performer for both Polokwane City and Bafana Bafana over the past two years. The speedy winger's market price sits in excess of R18 million according to Transfermarkt. But just how much did Orlando Pirates pay to sign him? According to KickOff, the Buccaneers scored somewhat of a bargain! The publication claim Polokwane City originally set their asking price at around R20 million for their star man. Despite receiving offers from North Africa for R15 million, Orlando Pirates landed Appollis for a deal worth approximately just R12 million! 'Though the 23-year-old's valuation has been placed at R20 million over the past year, it has been established that he moved to Pirates for 60% of that amount. This places the transfer fee in the region of R12 million,' a KickOff report read. The publication further claimed that Kaizer Chiefs' offer of R10 million for Appollis was rejected last year. READ MORE • Orlando Pirates cut ties with fan-favourite worth R14.5 million! In the South African context R12 million may seem like a high figure for a local player. However based on the quality of Appollis, do you believe Orlando Pirates scored a massive bargain? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab below this article or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. You can also follow @ TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
The South African
4 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
News Orlando Pirates superstar told not to relax
Orlando Pirates made a major splash in the transfer market by signing Bafana Bafana winger Oswin Appollis from Polokwane City. The 23-year-old from Bishop Lavis, Cape Town, made an immediate impression during preseason friendlies in Marbella, Spain. Meanwhile, the legendary former Orlando Pirates forward, Steve Lekoelea, rates Appollis highly but has hinted at a slight warning. Kaizer Chiefs bosses call Bafana player's father Former Polokwane City star Oswin Appollis stars for Bafana Bafana before his dream move to Betway Premiership giants Orlando Pirates. Image: @ 'I hear people say he's the biggest signing (in this transfer window), but this thing is what kills players a lot of the times,' Lekoelea told Kick Off . Latest Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs news 'Because (for example) a player was performing in his previous team Polokwane… many players when they arrive at a big team, they start to relax and that's when the hard work should start. But they relax. 'But I don't think Appollis would do that because he's a good player, he is a national team player. I think he will do well,' the legend added. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
6 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
BURNT BRIDGES: REAL reason why Kaizer Chiefs fumbled Appollis
Kaizer Chiefs reportedly had a concrete interest in Bafana winger Oswin Appollis before Soweto rivals Orlando Pirates swooped in to secure a deal. Appollis will wear the number 15 jersey at Pirates and have a clear pathway to the first team. Mohau Nkota has left South Africa to sign for Saudi side Al-Ettifaq. Pitso Mosimane's son heads to Italy Orlando Pirates transfers: SEVEN exits, 11 arrivals According to KickOff , Orlando Pirates have landed an almighty coup in signing Oswin Appollis from Polokwane City. The Sea Robbers managed to pay only R12 million for the star winger despite Polokwane having a much larger number in mind. Polokwane chairman Johnny Mogaladi allegedly has a frosty relationship with the Kaizer Chiefs top brass, meaning a deal between the sides was never likely. Chiefs manager Nasreddine Nabi also feels as though new signing Glody Lilepo can provide a better end-product than Appollis, who only managed two goals and an assist from 25 league outings last term. 'Aware that his (Appollis) contract was heading into its last 12 months, Polokwane then agreed to sell him to Pirates. Though the 23-year-old's valuation has been placed at R20 million over the past year, it has been established that he will move to Pirates for 60% of that amount. This places the transfer fee in the region of R12 million.' OFFICIAL: Orlando Pirates announce surprise winger signing Nkota to Al-Ettifaq confirmed Kaizer Chiefs Sporting Director Kaizer Motaung Jr at the FNB Stadium. Image: BackpagePix 1. Brandon Petersen 2. Thabiso Monyane 4. Zitha Kwinika 5. Sibongiseni Mthethwa 9. Ashley Du Preez 10. Gaston Sirino 11. Tebogo Potsane 12. Nkosingiphile Ngcobo 13. Pule Mmodi 14. Rushwin Dortley 17. Edson Castillo 18. Dillan Solomons 19. Happy Mashiane 21. Thabo Cele 22. George Matlou 25. Sphiwe Given Msimango 28. Mfundo Vilakazi 29. Paseka Mako 30. Fiacre Ntwari 34. Karabo Molefe 36. Wandile Duba 37. Samkelo Zwane 39. Reeve Frosler 40. Tashreeq Morris 42. Mduduzi Shabalala 44. Bruce Bvuma 47. Aden McCarthy 48. Bradley Cross 84. Inacio Miguel 74. Nkanyiso Shinga 77. Flavio Silva 99. Makabi Lilepo Ethan Chislett and Siphesihle Ndlovu still need numbers to be assigned. Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
6 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates got a HUGE discount on Appollis
Orlando Pirates landed Oswin Appollis under the noses of Kaizer Chiefs, and they got a huge discount in the process. 23-year-old winger Appollis is now a Buccaneer and will wear the number 15 jersey. This ends a long-standing transfer saga. Nkota to Al-Ettifaq confirmed According to KickOff , Orlando Pirates have landed an almighty coup in signing Oswin Appollis from Polokwane City. The Sea Robbers managed to pay only R12 million for the star winger despite Polokwane having a much larger number in mind. 'Aware that his (Appollis) contract was heading into its last 12 months, Polokwane then agreed to sell him to Pirates. Though the 23-year-old's valuation has been placed at R20 million over the past year, it has been established that he will move to Pirates for 60% of that amount. This places the transfer fee in the region of R12 million.' Transfers: All Pirates arrivals and departures Miguel Timm (Released) Innocent Maela (Released) Paseka Mako (Kaizer Chiefs) Thabiso Monyane (Kaizer Chiefs) Phillip Ndlondlo (Released) Monnapule Saleng (Loan, Orbit College) Mohau Nkota (Ettifaq) The Buccaneers have wrapped up the signing of 22-year-old winger Kamogelo Sebelebele from TS Galaxy. Last season, he made 26 league appearances, scoring four goals and assisting two. Sebelebele is already a proven PSL performer with 82 league outings in the past three seasons. OFFICIAL: Orlando Pirates announce surprise winger signing Let us know by leaving a comment below or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 0211. Also, subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
7 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Fee Orlando Pirates paid for Oswin Appollis REVEALED!
Orlando Pirates pulled off the massive signing of Oswin Appollis from Polokwane City earlier this month. Pirates were also believed to have been arch rivals Kaizer Chiefs to the signing of Appollis making the deal sweeter. Chiefs had made it no secret that they wanted to sign Appollis from Polokwane, for a full year. In fact, this time last year their sporting director Kaizer Motaung Jnr spoke openly about their interest in the player. But in the end. Both clubs were thought to have made approaches for the player during the January transfer window. Pirates , in fact, were thought to have already wrapped up a double with City ahead of the window. It was reported that both Appollis and right back Thabang Matuludi were in their way to Pirates in January. However, the deeper it got into the window, the more apparent it was that there was no double deal. City officials had been denying it left, right and centre and Chiefs were thought to have tabled a bid. In the end, it was rejected and that was the end of their pursuit of the Bafana Bafana winger. Interestingly enough, they didn't seem to go back in for Appollis in this window, but it seemed Pirates moved on too. But, out of nowhere, they announced his transfer, while Chiefs went for other options. The only point that was not clarified was the transfer fee paid for the player. Now according to it was a discounted fee from the initial R20 million reported. 'Aware that his (Appollis) contract was heading into its last 12 months, Polokwane then agreed to sell him to the 23-year-old's valuation has been placed at R20 million over the past year, it has been established that he move to Pirates for 60% of that amount. This places the transfer fee in the region of R12 million.' Wrote the publication. Pirates fans, do you feel that is a fair transfer fee for Appollis? Let us know by clicking on the comment tab. Or by emailing info@ or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. You can also follow @TheSAnews on X and The South African on Facebook for the latest news.
